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2026 opportunity. Riyadh Metro (Arriyadh Development Authority — RDA), the Makkah Metro network, Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah Metro (Hajj) and Madinah Metro planning teams are hiring metro staff for station attendant, cleaning, ticketing, revenue-inspection, escalator technician and train-cabin cleaning roles across Riyadh Lines 1–6 and the Grand Mosque connector lines. Tax-free salary SAR 3,000 – 6,500 / month plus overtime, allowances, food, accommodation and end-of-service gratuity under Saudi Labour Law. Open to Indian, Nepali, Bangladeshi, Sri Lankan and Filipino candidates.
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Job Snapshot
| Role | Metro Staff | Industry | Metro Rail Transit & Station Operations |
| Country | Riyadh, Jeddah, Makkah, Madinah | Type | Full-Time, Contract |
| Salary | SAR 3,000 – 6,500 / month | Hours | 8 hrs / day rotating 3-shift roster |
| Contract | 2 years (renewable) | Visa | Employer Sponsored (Saudi Work Visa) |
| Stay | Accommodation + Food + Transport | Vacancies | 120+ (2026 batch) |
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Selection Process
- CV & document shortlisting
- Counsellor telephone / video interview
- Final round with the Saudi employer (skill / role test)
- Offer letter & Saudi visa filing
About the Opportunity
Saudi Arabia’s USD 22.5-billion Riyadh Metro (6 lines, 176 km, 85 stations) is now hiring station-operations staff for its ongoing operational rollout. The network is operated by RCRC (Royal Commission for Riyadh City) and its FLOW Consortium partners (Alstom, Siemens, Bombardier) plus local FM contractors handling cleaning, security and passenger service.
Selected candidates are employed on a 2-year renewable Saudi work contract under Saudi Labour Law, with salary paid via the Wage Protection System (WPS), plus shared accommodation, meals or a meal allowance, transport, PPE, medical insurance, annual leave and end-of-service gratuity per Kafala framework.
Top Hiring Partners in Saudi Arabia
- Royal Commission for Riyadh City (RCRC) — Riyadh Metro owner-operator
- FLOW Consortium — Alstom, Siemens, Bombardier station operations
- BACS (BOMBARDIER-Alstom Consortium) train service
- Makkah Metro (Al Mashaaer Al Mugaddassah) Hajj-season staff
- FM operators handling metro cleaning & passenger service
- SAPTCO (Saudi Public Transport Company) integrated transit
Salary for Metro Jobs in Saudi Arabia 2026 (2026)
One of the most-searched queries is “metro jobs in saudi arabia 2026 salary” — here is the realistic breakdown by sub-role. Salaries in Saudi Arabia are tax-free and paid monthly via the Wage Protection System (WPS). Packages typically include accommodation and benefits so almost all of the salary is take-home savings.
✅ Employer-provided accommodation, food (or allowance) and transport
✅ Medical insurance, annual leave, air ticket + end-of-service gratuity per Saudi Labour Law
| Sub-Role | Monthly Salary (Tax-Free) | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Metro Station Cleaner | SAR 1,800 – 2,300 | + Stay + Meals |
| Ticketing / Fare-Gate Attendant | SAR 2,500 – 3,200 | + Shift Allowance |
| Station Passenger-Service Officer | SAR 3,000 – 3,800 | + Uniform + Meals |
| Train-Cabin Cleaner (Night) | SAR 2,200 – 2,800 | + Night Premium |
| Escalator / Platform-Door Technician | SAR 3,500 – 4,500 | + Trade Allowance |
| Metro Shift Supervisor | SAR 4,500 – 6,500 | + All Benefits |
These are the specific positions open for international applicants. Entry-level positions typically welcome freshers — full on-the-job training is provided.
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Requirements for Metro Jobs in Saudi Arabia
Saudi employers prioritise reliability, punctuality and a hardworking attitude. Below are the standard requirements for this role.
Minimum Requirements
- Age: 21 to 50 years
- Education: 10th / 12th pass; ITI / diploma for technician roles
- Experience: Freshers welcome; 1+ year rail / transit / customer service preferred
- Skills: Punctuality, ticketing basics, safety awareness, first-aid
- Availability: Ready to depart within 5–7 weeks after selection
- Language: Basic English (Arabic phrases helpful)
- Fitness: Medically fit for standing / walking full shifts
- Record: Clean police clearance certificate
Required Documents
- Valid passport (24+ months validity)
- Recent passport-size photographs
- Educational mark sheet
- ITI / technical diploma (if available)
- Rail / transit / customer-service experience reference (if available)
- Police Clearance Certificate (PCC)
- GAMCA medical fitness certificate
- Updated CV in English
Role & Eligibility
Key Responsibilities
- Assist passengers at ticket machines, fare gates and platform edges on Riyadh Metro Lines 1–6.
- Clean stations, platforms, escalators and public restrooms to RCRC service standard.
- Monitor platform-edge doors, escalators and CCTV, reporting issues to the control centre.
- Handle lost-and-found and passenger complaints politely in English / Arabic / Urdu / Hindi.
- Support revenue inspection and Hajj-season crowd management at Makkah Metro peak days.
- Do light maintenance during the 01:00–05:00 night engineering window.
- Log the daily service handover for the shift supervisor.
Eligibility Criteria
- Age: 21 to 50 years
- Education: 10th / 12th pass minimum
- Experience: Freshers welcome; 1+ year preferred
- Availability: 5–7 weeks after selection
- Language: Basic working English
- Fitness: Medical clearance for shift standing work
- Passport: Valid (24+ months)
- PCC: Clean police clearance
Salary & Benefits Package
Compensation is tax-free and protected by Saudi Labour Law and the Wage Protection System (WPS).
- Tax-Free Salary: SAR 3,000 – 6,500 / month (100% take-home)
- Overtime: Paid at premium rates per Saudi Labour Law
- Bonus: Attendance, joining and shift bonuses at many employers
- Accommodation: Free shared staff accommodation
- Food: Meals or food allowance provided
- Transport: Free company transport to the metro station or depot
- PPE: Free uniform, safety gear and PPE
- Medical: Employer-provided health insurance
- Annual Leave: Paid leave with a free air ticket home
- Gratuity: End-of-service gratuity per Saudi Labour Law
- Visa: Employer-sponsored 2-year Saudi work visa
Why Choose Saudi Arabia?
- Tax-free salary — Saudi Arabia has zero personal income tax; keep 100% of your pay.
- Vision 2030 growth — massive investment in infrastructure, tourism and industry creates steady jobs.
- WPS protection — salary paid on time to your Saudi bank account every month by law.
- World-class infrastructure — modern airports, metro, hospitals and malls across Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam.
- Career growth — clear path from junior to senior and supervisor roles at Saudization-focused employers.
- Strong South-Asian community — large Indian, Nepali, Bangladeshi and Filipino expat networks make settling easy.
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Visa & Travel Process
Recruitment runs under the Saudi employer-sponsored work visa system. From application to landing in Saudi Arabia typically takes 4–8 weeks:
- Application & Shortlisting — Submit your CV and documents through the BBC News Job portal.
- Online Interview — Pre-screen with our counsellor, then a call with the Saudi employer.
- Job Offer & Labour Contract — Employer issues the offer letter and Saudi labour contract.
- Work Visa & Entry Permit — Employer files your Saudi work visa via Enjazit / Musaned; entry permit issued.
- GAMCA Medical — Complete the required GAMCA medical fitness test.
- Travel & Onboarding — Fly to Saudi Arabia; employer completes your medical, Iqama (residency) and work permit.
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